Pooch Parenting
159 episodes - English - Latest episode: 2 months ago - ★★★★★ - 19 ratingsThe Pooch Parenting Podcast is a podcast for parents with dogs. Living with kids and dogs at the same time can feel like a circus - I know because I'm a mom and have lived it too. Join us as we answer listener questions and interview a variety of parenting and dog experts and parents to discuss topics that will make parenting with dogs easier, safer and less chaotic. If you enjoy these episodes or feel like they have helped your family, please subscribe, leave a review or tell a friend. xo Michelle
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52. Supporting Neurodiverse Families in Dog Adoption
March 25, 2022 20:00 - 49 minutes - 33.8 MBThe other day, a member of the Pooch Parenting Society sent me a Facebook post from a dog rescue organization about neurodivergent families and asked for my opinion. She has two special needs kids and had some pretty big feelings about it...and wanted to see if I felt the same. I do. The Facebook post that was shared with me was written by the founder of a dog rescue organization and explained the reason behind her policy not to adopt dogs to families who have autistic children. Yes. you he...
Supporting Neurodivergent Families in Dog Adoption
March 25, 2022 20:00 - 49 minutes - 33.8 MBThe other day, a member of the Pooch Parenting Society sent me a Facebook post from a dog rescue organization about neurodivergent families and asked for my opinion. She has two special needs kids and had some pretty big feelings about it...and wanted to see if I felt the same. I do. The Facebook post that was shared with me was written by the founder of a dog rescue organization and explained the reason behind her policy not to adopt dogs to families who have autistic children. Yes. you he...
Movie Review: Rescued By Ruby
March 23, 2022 19:00 - 7 minutes - 5.06 MBIn today's episode of The Pooch Parenting Podcast, I review the Netflix movie, Rescued By Ruby. It's a true story about a man who dreams of joining the K9 Search and Rescue team with the state police. "Typical" search and rescue dogs are too expensive, so he tries a more creative strategy to join the team. He adopts a difficult dog named Ruby from a local shelter and uses positive reinforcement training strategies to give her clarity and structure. Ultimately, his hard work and positive appr...
51. Movie Review: Rescued By Ruby
March 23, 2022 19:00 - 7 minutes - 5.06 MBIn today's episode of The Pooch Parenting Podcast, I review the Netflix movie, Rescued By Ruby. It's a true story about a man who dreams of joining the K9 Search and Rescue team with the state police. "Typical" search and rescue dogs are too expensive, so he tries a more creative strategy to join the team. He adopts a difficult dog named Ruby from a local shelter and uses positive reinforcement training strategies to give her clarity and structure. Ultimately, his hard work and positive appr...
50. The Risks of Getting Free Dog and Kid Advice
March 07, 2022 17:00 - 12 minutes - 8.5 MBIn today's episode of The Pooch Parenting Podcast, I talk about the risks of getting free advice when it comes to your family dog. Despite the best intentions, free advice can be misleading or even dangerous. In Facebook advice groups, for example, the blind is often leading the blind. Even though people can get some good advice from generous professionals who volunteer in these groups, those can often be outnumbered by people simply sharing their own experiences - most of which are not back...
The Risks of Free Advice
March 07, 2022 17:00 - 12 minutes - 8.5 MBIn today's episode of The Pooch Parenting Podcast, I talk about the risks of getting free advice when it comes to your family dog. Despite the best intentions, free advice can be misleading or even dangerous. In Facebook advice groups, for example, the blind is often leading the blind. Even though people can get some good advice from generous professionals who volunteer in these groups, those can often be outnumbered by people simply sharing their own experiences - most of which are not back...
Should Kids Be Allowed To Walk the Dog Alone?
February 12, 2022 18:00 - 10 minutes - 7.39 MBIn today's episode of The Pooch Parenting Podcast, I answer a question that I hear quite often: should kids be allowed to walk the dog alone? And if so, how old should kids be before they can walk the dog by themselves? We consider: Safety concerns for the child and dog Outcomes of the walk Developmental stage of child and dog Thank you for listening! Want to learn more about Pooch Parenting and how we can help you? If you enjoyed this episode, please rate and review on Apple Podcast...
49. Should Kids Be Allowed To Walk the Dog Alone?
February 12, 2022 18:00 - 10 minutes - 7.39 MBIn today's episode of The Pooch Parenting Podcast, I answer a question that I hear quite often: should kids be allowed to walk the dog alone? And if so, how old should kids be before they can walk the dog by themselves? We consider: Safety concerns for the child and dog Outcomes of the walk Developmental stage of child and dog Thank you for listening! Want to learn more about Pooch Parenting and how we can help you? If you enjoyed this episode, please rate and review on Apple Podcast...
Why do Windsprites make good family dogs?
February 03, 2022 13:00 - 58 minutes - 39.9 MBIn today's episode of the Pooch Parenting Podcast, I talk with Marie Silverberg about Windsprites and why they make good family dogs. I was unfamiliar with this breed, a blend of whippet, sheltie and borzoi, as recently as 2 years ago, but now they are on my radar, and are a breed I recommend for families with kids. In this episode, Marie and I talk about the origin of the breed, what their behavior and physical characteristics look like, and why they are good with kids. Thank you for liste...
48. What are Windsprites and Why They Make Good Family Dogs
February 03, 2022 13:00 - 58 minutes - 39.9 MBIn today's episode of the Pooch Parenting Podcast, I talk with Marie Silverberg about Windsprites and why they make good family dogs. I was unfamiliar with this breed, a blend of whippet, sheltie and borzoi, as recently as 2 years ago, but now they are on my radar, and are a breed I recommend for families with kids. In this episode, Marie and I talk about the origin of the breed, what their behavior and physical characteristics look like, and why they are good with kids. Thank you for liste...
Member Question: What would I do differently with my next puppy
January 21, 2022 17:00 - 11 minutes - 7.6 MBToday's episode is dedicated to the members of The Pooch Parenting Society. Every week, they get the opportunity to ask me questions about parenting kids and dogs, or raising dogs in general. This question was so important that I thought I'd answer it by turning it into a podcast episode. She wanted to know what I would do differently when raising my next puppy. As a dog trainer, how to raise puppies is a topic I think about a LOT. I have recently been fostering puppies for Dogwood Animal R...
47. What would I do differently with my next puppy
January 21, 2022 17:00 - 11 minutes - 7.6 MBToday's episode is dedicated to the members of The Pooch Parenting Society. Every week, they get the opportunity to ask me questions about parenting kids and dogs, or raising dogs in general. This question was so important that I thought I'd answer it by turning it into a podcast episode. She wanted to know what I would do differently when raising my next puppy. As a dog trainer, how to raise puppies is a topic I think about a LOT. I have recently been fostering puppies for Dogwood Animal R...
46. Can working with a dog trainer save your marriage?
January 14, 2022 17:00 - 11 minutes - 8.07 MBWhile working with families who have kids and dogs, I have noticed that couples commonly experience strain, stress, and pressure on their relationship or marriage. Partners often disagree on the best strategy to raise their kids and their dogs, which can lead to resentment and lots of arguments. But by bringing in a compassionate dog trainer who is not on "anyone's side", couples can often work through challenges that are deeply straining their marriage. In some cases, a marriage can be sa...
Can working with a dog trainer save your marriage?
January 14, 2022 17:00 - 11 minutes - 8.07 MBWhile working with families who have kids and dogs, I have noticed that couples commonly experience strain, stress, and pressure on their relationship or marriage. Partners often disagree on the best strategy to raise their kids and their dogs, which can lead to resentment and lots of arguments. But by bringing in a compassionate dog trainer who is not on "anyone's side", couples can often work through challenges that are deeply straining their marriage. In some cases, a marriage can be sa...
Should You Give Unsolicited Advice about Dogs and Kids?
December 23, 2021 13:00 - 19 minutes - 13.2 MBPeople often ask me how they should respond when people send them photos of their "cute" dogs and babies having unsafe interactions together. Or maybe they see a dangerous interaction on social media and aren't sure if they should say something. Many people resent unsolicited advice and become defensive (or block you for trying to help them). In this episode, we discuss the pros and cons of offering unsolicited advice. I also share some tips for how to give advice that people are actually ...
45. Should You Give Unsolicited Advice about Dogs and Kids?
December 23, 2021 13:00 - 19 minutes - 13.2 MBPeople often ask me how they should respond when people send them photos of their "cute" dogs and babies having unsafe interactions together. Or maybe they see a dangerous interaction on social media and aren't sure if they should say something. Many people resent unsolicited advice and become defensive (or block you for trying to help them). In this episode, we discuss the pros and cons of offering unsolicited advice. I also share some tips for how to give advice that people are actually ...
Parenting, Kids and Puppies, Oh My!
December 16, 2021 13:00 - 1 hour - 51.5 MBIn today's episode, I talk with Connor Kingfisher and Marie Silverberg, founders of the Superpup Academy, an online puppy training program. We discuss loads of topics that relate to raising puppies, choosing the right puppy, and keeping parenting real so that families are successful together. Not only do we talk about dog and child safety, but we also discuss how a dog's "tolerance" of children is way too low of a standard. We should be helping families to select dogs who love children - and...
44. The Chaos of Parenting while Raising Kids and Puppies Together
December 16, 2021 13:00 - 1 hour - 51.5 MBIn today's episode, I talk with Connor Kingfisher and Marie Silverberg, founders of the Superpup Academy, an online puppy training program. We discuss loads of topics that relate to raising puppies, choosing the right puppy, and keeping parenting real so that families are successful together. Not only do we talk about dog and child safety, but we also discuss how a dog's "tolerance" of children is way too low of a standard. We should be helping families to select dogs who love children - and...
43. Easy Wins for Parents with Dogs from a Parenting Coach
December 09, 2021 13:00 - 44 minutes - 30.9 MBIn today's episode with Loyla Louvis, we talk about how parents can experience small wins so that they don't lose hope when things are hard. There are SO many aspects of parenting kids and dogs that are the same. Both benefit from predictability, which reduced stress for the whole family. Thank you for listening! Want to learn more about Pooch Parenting and how we can help you? If you enjoyed this episode, please rate and review on Apple Podcasts. Worried about Growling? Get my free gu...
Small Wins from a Parenting Coach
December 09, 2021 13:00 - 44 minutes - 30.9 MBIn today's episode with Loyla Louvis, we talk about how parents can experience small wins so that they don't lose hope when things are hard. There are SO many aspects of parenting kids and dogs that are the same. Both benefit from predictability, which reduced stress for the whole family. Thank you for listening! Want to learn more about Pooch Parenting and how we can help you? If you enjoyed this episode, please rate and review on Apple Podcasts. Looking for QUICK dog and parenting ti...
Dog Crates are NOT for Kids
December 02, 2021 13:00 - 8 minutes - 6.06 MBClients call me to help them feel more confident as they parent their kids and dogs. Parenting is the hardest thing most of us have done, and when you throw a puppy into the mix, it can feel even more chaotic than you could have imagined. When safety is a concern, parents feel an urgent need to get support. And sometimes, I get called to solve a family debate. In today's episode, I share how I helped a couple to understand that their child should not go into the dog crate. Dog crates need t...
42. Dog Crates are NOT for Kids
December 02, 2021 13:00 - 8 minutes - 6.06 MBClients call me to help them feel more confident as they parent their kids and dogs. Parenting is the hardest thing most of us have done, and when you throw a puppy into the mix, it can feel even more chaotic than you could have imagined. When safety is a concern, parents feel an urgent need to get support. And sometimes, I get called to solve a family debate. In today's episode, I share how I helped a couple to understand that their child should not go into the dog crate. Dog crates need t...
Using Dogs to Teach Kids About Consent
November 24, 2021 13:00 - 26 minutes - 18.6 MBI absolutely loved this interview with Sarah Sproule. She is an expert in helping parents to talk about sensitive topics, such as bodies, puberty and sex. Of course, this is not an episode about sex. But we DO talk about how dogs can be an excellent model to discuss consent with our kids. You will love it if you have ever struggled with discussing delicate topics with your kids. Find Sarah on Instagram: www.Instagram.com/iamsarahsproule Sarah also has a podcast about how to address sensiti...
41. Using Dogs to Teach Kids About Consent
November 24, 2021 13:00 - 26 minutes - 18.6 MBI absolutely loved this interview with Sarah Sproule. She is an expert in helping parents to talk about sensitive topics, such as bodies, puberty and sex. Of course, this is not an episode about sex. But we DO talk about how dogs can be an excellent model to discuss consent with our kids. You will love it if you have ever struggled with discussing delicate topics with your kids. Find Sarah on Instagram: www.Instagram.com/iamsarahsproule Sarah also has a podcast about how to address sensiti...
When Your Toddler Yells at the Family Dog
November 18, 2021 13:00 - 10 minutes - 7.02 MBToddlers have big feelings and act in BIG ways. Sometimes they get frustrated and yell at our dogs, which can be difficult for many dogs to handle, and difficult for us to process as parents. By using a combination of modeling appropriate behavior, redirecting and playing developmentally appropriate games with our kids, we can often change their behavior. If you have a question that you'd like to ask Michelle of Pooch Parenting, please record it here. Thank you for listening! Want to lear...
40. When Your Toddler Yells at the Family Dog
November 18, 2021 13:00 - 10 minutes - 7.02 MBToddlers have big feelings and act in BIG ways. Sometimes they get frustrated and yell at our dogs, which can be difficult for many dogs to handle, and difficult for us to process as parents. By using a combination of modeling appropriate behavior, redirecting and playing developmentally appropriate games with our kids, we can often change their behavior. If you have a question that you'd like to ask Michelle of Pooch Parenting, please record it here. Thank you for listening! Want to lear...
Baby Steps: Imperfect Action to Better Dog Behavior
November 11, 2021 13:00 - 11 minutes - 8.06 MBIt can be overwhelming to parent kids and dogs at the same time. There are so many decisions to make that it can be easy to feel paralyzed and not take any action at all. Unfortunately, when kids and dogs live together, you can't afford not to step in and try to help your dog to behave better. The good news is that if you take baby steps, you will see more improvement than if you just wait and hope things will improve on their own. Between the hundreds of dog training videos you can find ...
39. Better Dog Behavior with Baby Steps
November 11, 2021 13:00 - 11 minutes - 8.06 MBIt can be overwhelming to parent kids and dogs at the same time. There are so many decisions to make that it can be easy to feel paralyzed and not take any action at all. Unfortunately, when kids and dogs live together, you can't afford not to step in and try to help your dog to behave better. The good news is that if you take baby steps, you will see more improvement than if you just wait and hope things will improve on their own. Between the hundreds of dog training videos you can find ...
38. Simple Dog Training Tips to Help Dogs Stay Behind a Barrier
November 04, 2021 12:00 - 38 minutes - 26.5 MBThere is nothing like the fear that comes when a dog growls at your newborn. But the good news is that with a little preparation and practice, there are some easy strategies that can help your dog to relax on the other side of a barrier. Sometimes, as a parent, you just need to breathe a little easier. Management, training, and even outside support can make all of the difference in the world about how you feel about raising dogs and kids together. In this episode with Beth Berkobien, of R...
Simple Dog Training Strategies to Help Dogs Stay Behind a Barrier
November 04, 2021 12:00 - 38 minutes - 26.5 MBThere is nothing like the fear that comes when a dog growls at your newborn. But the good news is that with a little preparation and practice, there are some easy strategies that can help your dog to relax on the other side of a barrier. Sometimes, as a parent, you just need to breathe a little easier. Management, training, and even outside support can make all of the difference in the world about how you feel about raising dogs and kids together. In this episode with Beth Berkobien, of R...
37. Should Kids Live in Homes with Dogs Who Have an Aggression History?
September 09, 2021 12:00 - 1 hour - 45.7 MBIn this episode, I talk with Matt Beisner, the host of the television show Dog: Impossible on NatGeo Wild. Matt has two toddlers and lives with several dogs who displayed aggression in their younger days. We discuss whether or not kids can safely live in homes with dogs who have displayed aggressive behaviors in the past. In this episode… There are no bad dogs, only bad matches Flexibility is KEY in managing multiple dog households and in creating & implementing management plans between k...
Should Kids Live in Homes with Dogs Who Have an Aggression History?
September 09, 2021 12:00 - 1 hour - 45.7 MBIn this episode, I talk with Matt Beisner, the host of the television show Dog: Impossible on NatGeo Wild. Matt has two toddlers and lives with several dogs who displayed aggression in their younger days. We discuss whether or not kids can safely live in homes with dogs who have displayed aggressive behaviors in the past. Thank you for listening! Want to learn more about Pooch Parenting and how we can help you? If you enjoyed this episode, please rate and review on Apple Podcasts. Look...
Gentle Parenting Coach - Understanding our BIG Feelings and What to Do About Them
September 02, 2021 12:00 - 25 minutes - 17.6 MBIn this episode, I talk with Meaghan Jackson, The Gentle Parenting Coach, about how to help children manage their feelings and learn about empathy. As parents with dogs, this is particularly helpful, because we all need strategies so we don't lose our cool (or our tempers). We can learn to explore the "why" of our feelings - in both our kids and our dogs, before we react and try to "solve" what we may perceive to be problems. Thank you for listening! Want to learn more about Pooch Parentin...
36. Understanding our BIG Feelings and What to Do About Them
September 02, 2021 12:00 - 25 minutes - 17.6 MBIn this episode, I talk with Meaghan Jackson, The Gentle Parenting Coach, about how to help children manage their feelings and learn about empathy. As parents with dogs, this is particularly helpful, because we all need strategies so we don't lose our cool (or our tempers). We can learn to explore the "why" of our feelings - in both our kids and our dogs, before we react and try to "solve" what we may perceive to be problems. Thank you for listening! Want to learn more about Pooch Parentin...
35. Car Safety for Families with Kids and Dogs
August 26, 2021 12:00 - 47 minutes - 32.3 MBIn this episode, I talk with Dr. Alisa Baer, The Car Seat Lady. She is a board certified pediatrician and car safety specialist. We discuss not only how to keep families and dogs safe in a car accident, but how to keep children and dogs safe when riding in the car together - answering the very common question of where kids and dogs should sit when in the same vehicle. In this episode we discuss: where kids and dogs should sit how dogs can be restrained for safety dogs as projectiles in a...
The Car Seat Lady - Car Safety for Families with Kids and Dogs
August 26, 2021 12:00 - 47 minutes - 32.3 MBIn this episode, I talk with Dr. Alisa Baer, The Car Seat Lady. She is a board certified pediatrician and car safety specialist. We discuss not only how to keep families and dogs safe in a car accident, but how to keep children and dogs safe when riding in the car together - answering the very common question of where kids and dogs should sit when in the same vehicle. Thank you for listening! Want to learn more about Pooch Parenting and how we can help you? If you enjoyed this episode, p...
Resource Guarding Scenarios with Family Dogs
August 19, 2021 11:00 - 37 minutes - 25.5 MBIn this episode, I talk with Eileen Koval about different resource guarding scenarios in family dogs - and what to do about them. We discuss what resource guarding is, some of the underlying causes, and both training and management strategies to deal with it. Thank you for listening! Want to learn more about Pooch Parenting and how we can help you? If you enjoyed this episode, please rate and review on Apple Podcasts. Looking for QUICK dog and parenting tips? Sign up for my free on-de...
34. Resource Guarding in Dog Families with Kids
August 19, 2021 11:00 - 37 minutes - 25.5 MBIn this episode, I talk with Eileen Koval about different resource guarding scenarios in family dogs - and what to do about them. We discuss what resource guarding is, some of the underlying causes, and both training and management strategies to deal with it. Thank you for listening! Want to learn more about Pooch Parenting and how we can help you? If you enjoyed this episode, please rate and review on Apple Podcasts. Worried about Growling? Get my free guide: ABC's of Growling: https...
Preparing Dog for New Baby and the Transition to Toddlerhood
August 12, 2021 11:00 - 34 minutes - 23.4 MBIn this episode, I talk with Stevie Moss, a mom of two kids under the age of 3 and a professional dog trainer in the UK. We discuss how Stevie prepared her anxious dog for the arrival of each of her children and how she helped to ease her dog's transition when her first baby became mobile and turned into an unpredictable toddler. Thank you for listening! Want to learn more about Pooch Parenting and how we can help you? If you enjoyed this episode, please rate and review on Apple Podcast...
33. Preparing Dog for New Baby and the Transition to Toddlerhood
August 12, 2021 11:00 - 34 minutes - 23.4 MBIn this episode, I talk with Stevie Moss, a mom of two kids under the age of 3 and a professional dog trainer in the UK. We discuss how Stevie prepared her anxious dog for the arrival of each of her children and how she helped to ease her dog's transition when her first baby became mobile and turned into an unpredictable toddler. If you are a dog mom and are planning on expanding your family, if you have a dog and baby or if you have a dog and toddler, this episode is for you. Thank you f...
Polite Door Manners for Family Dogs with Nick Benger
August 05, 2021 11:00 - 38 minutes - 26.2 MBIn this episode, I talk with Nick Benger, a professional dog trainer from the UK. We discuss how to help dogs to become more engaged with their owners and how to improve door manners when visitors arrive. We both share client stories and embarrassing incidents so that you know you are not alone - sometimes dogs are challenging. But with consistency and fun rewards, we can all see improvements in our dogs' behavior. Thank you for listening! Want to learn more about Pooch Parenting and how w...
32. Polite Door Manners for Family Dogs with Nick Benger
August 05, 2021 11:00 - 38 minutes - 26.2 MBIn this episode, I talk with Nick Benger, a professional dog trainer from the UK. We discuss how to help dogs to become more engaged with their owners and how to improve door manners when visitors arrive. We both share client stories and embarrassing incidents so that you know you are not alone - sometimes dogs are challenging. But with consistency and fun rewards, we can all see improvements in our dogs' behavior. Included in this episode are... how to prevent your dog from bolting out th...
31. Managing Puppies around Kids at Home
July 29, 2021 11:00 - 30 minutes - 20.7 MBIn this episode, I talk with Cori Tufano, a dog trainer who specializes in puppies. She believes that starting off a puppy with loving, consistent training and management, they will be set up for a happier and more well adjusted life. I couldn't agree more! We talk about: how to manage puppies in a household with kids how to tell when puppies are tired how to know if your puppy needs a break how to prevent your puppy from biting and chasing the kids Thank you for listening! Want to...
Managing Puppies in a Household with Kids
July 29, 2021 11:00 - 30 minutes - 20.7 MBIn this episode, I talk with Cori Tufano, a dog trainer who specializes in puppies. She believes that starting off a puppy with loving, consistent training and management, they will be set up for a happier and more well adjusted life. I couldn't agree more! We talk about how to manage puppies in a household with kids, how to tell when puppies are tired and need a break, and how to prevent them from biting and chasing the kiddos. Thank you for listening! Want to learn more about Pooch Pare...
30. Ava's Pet Palace - 13 year old female entrepreneur making dog treats
July 22, 2021 12:00 - 22 minutes - 15.4 MBThis week, I talk with Ava, the 13-year old founder of Ava's Pet Palace, an organic treat company for dogs and cats. Ava's vision for her business started when she was only 6 years old...but at age 8, her parents knew she was serious and helped her to launch her dream. Ava encourages everyone to follow their dream, no matter what their age, and says that passion is the key to pushing through bumps in the road along the way. Ava is a true inspiration no matter how old you are - Enjoy. Thank ...
Ava's Pet Palace - 13 year old female entrepreneur
July 22, 2021 12:00 - 22 minutes - 15.4 MBThis week, I talk with Ava, the 13-year old founder of Ava's Pet Palace, an organic treat company for dogs and cats. Ava's vision for her business started when she was only 6 years old...but at age 8, her parents knew she was serious and helped her to launch her dream. Ava encourages everyone to follow their dream, no matter what their age, and says that passion is the key to pushing through bumps in the road along the way. Ava is a true inspiration no matter how old you are - Enjoy. Thank ...
29. Fun Training Games and Body Language Education for Kids and Dogs
July 15, 2021 11:00 - 35 minutes - 24.1 MBIn this episode of the Pooch Parenting Podcast with Justine Schuurmans, we talk about her program, The Family Dog. She provides training materials both to dog owners and to dog trainers (me included!) to help families to have more fun with their dogs. We discuss the importance in understanding dog body language good choices kids can make around dogs games kids can play with dogs dog and child safety Thank you for listening! Want to learn more about Pooch Parenting and how we can he...
The Family Dog - Fun Training Games and Body Language Education for Kids and Dogs
July 15, 2021 11:00 - 35 minutes - 24.1 MBIn this episode of the Pooch Parenting Podcast with Justine Schuurmans, we talk about her program, The Family Dog. She provides training materials both to dog owners and to dog trainers (me included!) to help families to have more fun with their dogs. We discuss the importance in understanding dog body language so that we can help our kids and dogs to make good choices and keep everyone safe and comfortable. Thank you for listening! Want to learn more about Pooch Parenting and how we can ...
28. Lazy Trainer Games for Polite Family Dogs
July 08, 2021 12:00 - 37 minutes - 26.1 MBThis week, I talk with my friend, Kelsey Weber, about "lazy trainer" games that are perfect for busy families. I don't know about you, but it's difficult to feel safe a dog who jumps on you every time you sit on the floor to tie your shoes or bowls over visitors. Fortunately for us, Kelsey has easy training games that don't take long to implement, even if your home is active and busy. Don't miss the video demos of these games! The link is on the show notes page on the Pooch Parenting Webs...
Lazy Trainer Games for Polite Family Dogs
July 08, 2021 12:00 - 37 minutes - 26.1 MBThis week, I talk with my friend, Kelsey Weber, about "lazy trainer" games that are perfect for busy families. I don't know about you, but it's difficult to feel safe a dog who jumps on you every time you sit on the floor to tie your shoes or bowls over visitors. Fortunately for us, Kelsey has easy training games that don't take long to implement, even if your home is active and busy. Don't miss the video demos of these games! The link is on the show notes page on the Pooch Parenting Websit...